Poco X8 Pro vs Redmi K90

The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $350 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 63/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 6000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 1,977,887).

The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Poco X8 Pro

Performance 76
Display 83
Camera 37
Battery 60
Portability 57
Value for money 60

Redmi K90

Performance 91
Display 82
Camera 58
Battery 72
Portability 55
Value for money 80

What makes Poco X8 Pro better?

  • Lighter: 196g vs 206g
  • Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $401

  • Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
  • Better portability (57/100 vs 55/100)

What makes Redmi K90 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 1977887
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1555
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6405
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 6000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
  • Better camera (58/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 60/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 13 points higher (76/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 60/100, Redmi K90 — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).

Poco X8 Pro: The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.
Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Poco X8 Pro Redmi K90
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 1977887 3077585
Geekbench Single 1555 3013
Geekbench Multi 6405 9287
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.6" AMOLED
Resolution 2712x1220 2510x1156
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 7100 mAh
Charging 67W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm
Weight 196 g 206 g
Launch price $350 $401

Camera comparison

Poco X8 Pro

  • Main: 50MP f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera

Redmi K90

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
58
camera

Display comparison

Poco X8 Pro

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
83
display

Redmi K90

  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display

Battery and charging

Poco X8 Pro

  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery

Redmi K90

  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Poco X8 Pro and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco X8 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
63/100
1977887 AnTuTu
Redmi K90 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
76/100 +35.7%
3077585 AnTuTu

Redmi K90 leads Poco X8 Pro by 35.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Poco X8 Pro

$350

Redmi K90

$401

Launch price difference: $51. Poco X8 Pro was $51 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (91/100 vs 76/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (58/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi K90?

The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi K90?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).

Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Redmi K90?

The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.